30 Easy Air Fryer Vegetarian Recipes You'll Love (2024)

Air Fryers are great at making delicious food without extra calories. Here are 30 easy vegetarian recipes you can make in your air fryer. From basic French fries to roasted Brussels sprouts and naan pizza, you can find a variety of dishes you will love in this collection.

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As you might know, I love my instant pot and have over 200 instant pot recipes. However, you might not know that the air fryer is another favorite gadget in the piping pot curry house. I have shared many air fryer recipes, and there are a lot more coming!

I love that air fryers are easy to use and convenient. You don’t have to heat the whole oven to roast a few veggies. If my daughter asks for a pizza, I can make a small naan pizza for her in less than 15 minutes.

Air fryers cook food in less time and use less oil, making them healthier compared to deep frying. They are also convenient and easy to clean. I usually cook a dish in my instant pot while roasting some veggies for dinner in the air fryer simultaneously.

Air fryers are not just for frozen french fries. There are limitless air fryer vegetable recipes you can make to transform your produce! Air fryers cook in less time, with less oil, and are easy to clean up.

If you love roasted vegetables, you’ll love making vegetables in the air fryer. The result of air frying is similar to roasting. They turn out nice and crispy on the outside without needing as much added oil.

New to air fryers? Check out my detailed guide on how to use an air fryer.

How & What to Cook in an Air Fryer?

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  • Air fryers are similar to convection ovens, which cook food by circulating hot air around the food.
  • This cooks the food crispy and with much less oil, making the food healthier compared to deep frying.
  • The taste of food cooked in an air fryer is more closer to roasting in the oven.
  • As air fryers are smaller in size, they heat up quickly and also cook food quickly.
  • You can not only cook frozen foods such as fries, mozzarella sticks, or garlic bread in the air fryer, but you can also roast veggies crispy in the air fryer or grill meat easily. Oh..not to forget, you can also bake a cake or pudding in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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These Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes are so easy and delicious. Their crisp exterior and tender interior make them the perfect side to any meal. Add them to salads and tacos, or enjoy them as a healthy snack!

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Crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

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A delicious side dish of crispy air fryer Brussels sprouts. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these are a perfect side dish.

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Perfect Air Fryer Broccoli

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This easy Air fryer broccoli takes just 10 minutes to make. It is tender with roasted edges and so delicious. A perfect healthy side dish that the whole family will love.

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Air Fryer French Fries

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Try these easy Homemade French Fries in the Air Fryer or in the Pressure Cooker using the Crisplid. They are so good, you will never want to have deep-fried fries again!

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Air Fryer Cauliflower with Cilantro Yogurt Sauce

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This Air Fryer Cauliflower seasoned with spices is so easy to make and amazingly delicious topped with cilantro yogurt sauce. Enjoy as a wonderful low-carb side dish or appetizer.

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Air Fryer Carrots

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Perfectly seasoned and so delicious, these air fryer roasted carrots are a quick healthy snack or side dish. Make these crispy yet tender roasted carrots in the air fryer or oven.

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Air Fryer Beets

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Sweet and tender-crispAir fryer Roasted Beetsare a delicious side dish that gets ready in a few minutes. Perfectly roasted, these beets are whole30, paleo, vegan, and gluten-free and can be added to any salad or enjoyed as is.

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Air Fryer Zucchini

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A quick, simple, and wholesome zucchini side dish that requires no breading. This vegan, low-carb recipe is easy to make in the air fryer.

Air Fryer Asparagus

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Here is an easy way to cook asparagus and turn it into a healthy, delicious side dish. This Air Fryer Asparagus is perfectly seasoned and cooks quickly while keeping it tender-crisp.

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Air Fryer Green Beans with Garlic (Chinese-style)

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These quick and easy Chinese-style Air-fryer Green Beans are so good! Seasoned with ginger, garlic, and flavorful sauces, these Asian Green Beans are a perfect low-carb, vegan side dish.

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Crispy Air Fryer Kale Chips

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Air Fryer Kale Chips are the best way to enjoy kale! Homemade crispy kale chips are a delicious, healthy, low-calorie snack that can be made in less than 20 minutes. Roasting kale chips in the air fryer is easy and keeps them crispy for days!

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Air Fryer Pumpkin

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Air Fryer Pumpkin is a healthy and delicious side dish that is easy to make in just a few minutes. The pumpkin is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making it a perfect side dish for any meal.

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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

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This grilledAir Fryer Corn on the Cobis easy to make and amazingly delicious. Spice it up the way you like, and enjoy it as an appetizer, snack, or side!

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Paneer Tikka

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The best restaurant-style Tandoori Paneer Tikka in the air fryer. With marinated paneer and crispy vegetables, this Indian appetizer is packed with lots of flavors. Enjoy paneer tikka with this easy recipe made in the air fryer, oven, or grill!

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Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds

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Deliciously crunchy Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds make a wonderful healthy snack. These roasted pumpkin seeds are easy to make in the air fryer and can be seasoned in so many ways!

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Air Fryer Plantains

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These Air Fryer Plantains are a perfect side dish or snack. Made in the air fryer for a healthier version with much fewer calories than traditional fried plantains. Vegan, gluten-free, paleo, and whole30 approved.

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Roasted Aloo Gobi (Indian Spiced Potato & Cauliflower)

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This Air Fryer Aloo Gobi is so good! All you need to do is toss cauliflower and potatoes in spices, roast in the air-fryer, and have the perfect Indian veggie dish. No mushy cauliflower and it takes less than 20 minutes to put together!

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Air Fryer Turnips

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Give a healthy twist to french fries with these low-carb air-fryer turnip fries. These roasted turnip fries are easy to make and are a perfect addition to the whole30, paleo, or keto diet plan!

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Onion Bhaji

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The crispy and golden Air Fryer Pakoras are made with sliced onions, gram flour (besan), and spices. They are just as delicious as the deep-fried bhajiyas.

These crunchy, flavorful fritters are a perfect snack with a cup of masala chai!

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Hariyali Paneer Tikka

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Hariyali Paneer Tikka is a delectable Indian appetizer made with cubes of soft paneer, crisp bell pepper, and onions marinated in cilantro, and mint, along with yogurt and spices. Enjoy this quick and easy Haryali paneer tikka made in the air fryer, oven, or grill!

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Cheesy Samosa Jalapeño Poppers

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Cheesy Samosa Jalapeno Poppers is an Indian twist to the favorite party appetizer. This is a vegetarian and gluten-free version made in the air fryer for samosa lovers. Don’t forget to check out the Halloween inspiration for these jalapeno poppers!

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Crispy Fried Okra

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Kukuri Bhindi is sliced okra coated in spices and fried until crunchy. This crispy air fried okra is so good you cannot stop eating it!

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Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

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A simple yet delicious side dish, these Kung Pao Brussels sprouts are easy-to-whip-up in the air fryer. Garnished with roasted peanuts and sesame seeds, they can be made in less than 30 minutes.

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Tandoori Cauliflower (Gobi Tikka)

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Tandoori Cauliflower is a wonderful gluten-free and low-carb appetizer. Tossed with a spiced yogurt marinade and roasted in the oven or air fryer, this Tandoori Gobi Tikka is so flavorful, golden, and crispy. The whole family will love this easy and healthy cauliflower recipe!

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Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza – Air Fryer / Oven

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Tandoori Paneer Naan Pizza made with marinated paneer, red peppers, onions, and grape tomatoes, in an Air Fryer or Oven. This is a delicious and quick fusion pizza for the times when you are craving pizza! Vegetarian, easy, and convenient. Vary it with toppings of your choice.

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Tandoori Aloo Tikka

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Baby potatoes marinated in a delightful combination of yogurt and spices, threaded to skewers, and cooked to create this heavenly appetizer. You can cook this tandoori aloo tikka in an oven or air-fryer.

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Savory Puff Pastry Turnovers

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These Savory Puff Pastry Turnovers have a flaky golden crust with spicy, flavorful paneer filling. Perfect appetizer for a party that can be prepared ahead of time. So easy and delicious!

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Air Fryer Stuffed Eggplant

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Air Fryer Baby Eggplants stuffed with flavorful and aromatic spices cooked in very little oil in the Air Fryer. A quick and delicious way to enjoy eggplants!

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Potato Fritter Sliders

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Potato Fritter Sliders is a game day twist of the humble Mumbai street food, Vada Pav. A fried potato fritter is stuffed between dinner rolls and sweet and spicy sauces or chutney.

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Stuffed Okra

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Bharwa Bhindi, which means Stuffed Okra, is a popular Indian side dish where the okra is stuffed with spicy & tangy masala filling. This vegan & gluten-free dish is a perfect side with Indian roti or paratha or even great to enjoy as an appetizer.

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Air Fryer Taro Fries

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These Air Fryer Taro Fries are so easy and delicious. They are a great variation in taste and nutrition to french potato fries. A perfect snack or side with a cilantro dip!

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For more vegetarian recipes,check out these vegetarian soups made in the Instant Potor these vegetarian pasta recipes.

Check out this collection of 15+ Air Fryer Indian Recipes.

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FAQs

Is an air fryer useful for vegetarians? ›

Air-fryers are brilliant for embracing low-energy cooking and an easy way for vegetarians to give new veggie recipes a go.

What is the easiest thing to cook in an air fryer? ›

Here are all our favourite easy air fryer recipe ideas, from simple scones to the best crispy homemade potatoes.
  • 10Air fryer Filipino lumpia. ...
  • 11Crispy air fryer Italian frittole. ...
  • 12Air fryer Crunchy Nut French toast. ...
  • 13Air fryer chicken satay. ...
  • 14Air fryer coccoli. ...
  • 15Air fryer little potato pancakes.

What is the most popular food cooked in an air fryer? ›

Insider asked chefs to share their favorite things to make in an air fryer. Their favorite dishes to make in this appliance include gnocchi, chicken, and crunchy chickpeas. It's also possible to make flavorful steak, bacon, and chicken nuggets in an air fryer.

What do vegans use an air fryer for? ›

Air fryers can also make it easier to follow a vegan diet, offering a failsafe way to cook staples like tofu, cauliflower, and potatoes to perfection. Below, we've rounded up 10 mouth-watering recipes that prove plant-based cooking needn't be complicated or boring.

Is there a negative to using air fryer? ›

Studies show that using an air fryer can increase the levels of cholesterol oxidation products (COPs) in fish. COPs are linked to an increase in heart disease, cancer and other medical conditions.

Can you put foil in an air fryer? ›

The great news about air fryers is that you can use foil along with parchment paper to cook your food in an air fryer. Just remember that if it's safe and effective to use in a conventional oven, it will work just fine in an air fryer.

What 5 foods should you not put in an air fryer? ›

Take a gander of this list of top foods that should never make their way into your air fryer.
  • Wet Batters. ...
  • Cheesy Items. ...
  • Large, Bone-In Meat Cuts. ...
  • Baked Goods. ...
  • Greens. ...
  • Raw Rice and Other Grains. ...
  • Too Much of Anything.
Apr 14, 2023

Why are people getting rid of air fryers? ›

Key Takeaways. Air fryers are being discarded due to their bulky size, limited cooking options, and the inability of some foods to achieve the desired crispiness.

What are the top 10 foods to cook in an air fryer? ›

Start air frying these 13 foods and watch your cooking time drop and your satisfaction in healthy meals skyrocket!
  • Chicken Breasts. ...
  • Tofu. ...
  • Zoodles. ...
  • Cauliflower Gnocchi. ...
  • Salmon (chopped) ...
  • Chickpeas. ...
  • Personal Pizzas. ...
  • Frozen Cauliflower.
Feb 18, 2020

Can I fry an egg in an air fryer? ›

Place it in the fryer basket and preheat it for 5 minutes at 400°F (204 °C). Crack an egg to a small cup and slide the egg to the hot pan. Air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 3 minutes for a sunny side over easy fried egg. If you prefer a fried egg with medium egg yolk, add 1 more minute to the cooking time.

Can you put raw meat in an airfryer? ›

It is safe to cook raw meat in the air fryer if it is fully defrosted, seasoned, and monitored. Some fully cooked foods, including chicken tenders or fries, can be placed frozen in the air fryer. However, with raw meat, it's recommended to thoroughly defrost to allow more even cooking and a tasty final product.

What do chefs think of air fryers? ›

My experience with air fryers is that most of the foods cooked are not as tasty as deep fried foods; however, there are exceptions and there are health benefits. Tater tots, french fries, and sweet potato fries are very good air fried. The tots, especially, seem very crispy.

Do air fryers brown the meat? ›

First of all, air fryers don't actually fry. Instead, the food goes into a perforated basket and the machine cooks the food by blowing hot air around it. The force of the air produces a convection effect that cooks and browns the exterior of the food in the basket.

What is the best air fryer for vegan cooking? ›

📋 Best Air Fryers (table)
Air Fryer for VegansCapacityTemperature
Philips Viva Collection Airfryer XXL7.3L80°C – 200°C
COSORI Air Fryer4.7L75°C – 230°C
Pro Breeze Air Fryer4.2L80°C – 200°C
Phillips Air Fryer 5000 Series XL6.2L60 – 200°C
4 more rows
Jun 22, 2023

Does Aldi have air fryers? ›

Make room for plenty of delicious treats with this Ambiano 6.5L Air Fryer. You'll have plenty of space to cook all of your favourite foods, ideal for frying, baking, grilling, roasting and even dehydrating. This air fryer has a 6.5L (approx.) basket capacity so you can whip up a feast for all of the family in no time.

Is air fryer useful for Indian food? ›

Yes, an Air Fryer is suitable for Indian cooking. It can be used to prepare a variety of Indian dishes like samosas, pakodas, tandoori chicken and more.

What veg things can be cooked in an air fryer? ›

  • 1Air fryer zucchini, corn and haloumi fritters. ...
  • 2Air fryer hasselback tofu with sizzling garlic recipe. ...
  • 3Air fryer French onion tarts. ...
  • 4Air fryer falafel fritters. ...
  • 5Air fryer cheesy bean enchiladas. ...
  • 6Air fryer vegetarian Korean eggplant. ...
  • 7Air fryer zucchini corn dogs. ...
  • 8Air fryer coconut curried cauliflower.

Is it healthier to use an air fryer? ›

Are Air-Fried Foods Better for You? By most measures, air frying is healthier than frying in oil. It cuts calories by 70% to 80% and has a lot less fat. This cooking method might also cut down on some of the other harmful effects of oil frying.

Is it healthier to use an Airfryer? ›

Air frying uses less oil

This means that your food has fewer calories. Still, food isn't necessarily healthier just because it contains less oil. Extra virgin olive oil, for example, is rich in polyphenols and has known heart health benefits. Overall, air frying is healthier than deep-frying.

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